Perigynous

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1. other floral structures attached to extension of the receptacle which partially encloses ovary.

PerigynousFlowerBIODIDACColorLab400.jpg Gynoecium

This photo depicts a perigynous flower with parts identified showing the partially enclosed ovary.
Source: http://www.botany.hawaii.edu/faculty/webb/BOT410/Angiosperm/Adnation.htm